This occupation employs 96,300 people now, and is projected to grow to 101,100 over the next 10 years — an increase of 4,800 jobs (+5%).
There are 11,600 occupational openings annually. This is due to a projected 480 jobs created from growth and 11,200 separations (people leaving). Within the profession, 3,400 people are expected to retire and 7,700 are expected to switch occupations.